This study sought to determine the impact of climate change on potential distribution of Tectona grandis, Gmelina arborea, Pinus caribea, Swietenia macrophylla y Vochysia guatemalensis plantations in Central America. The method used was based on the species’ edaphic and climatic requirements. The areas presently adequate for planting were identified through climate information from 1950 to 2000. Then, the results of the regional model PRECISCaribe were matched both to the A2 emission scenario< and three climate horizons (2010-2040; 2040-2070 y 2070-2100). It was determined that climate change will produce both negative and positive impacts over the distribution of potentially adequate areas for forest plantations. In the future, the most convenient areas will tend to increase for introduced species and decrease for native species; this tendency will be sharpest toward the end of the century. Some countries, like Nicaragua, will enjoy a high potential for plantations, but similarly, the risks related to climate change impacts will be also high. These results will help the forest sector, decision makers, and communities to adopt the appropriate measures beginning now.